I just used a soft damp cloth with warm water during my daily shower to clean it gently. I didn't poke it too much or use any sharp things because it felt super sensitive.
My doctor specifically told me not to use any alcohol rubs or sharp objects in the belly button. She suggested using mild soap and warm water during a bath and patting it dry completely to avoid any fungal infections.
I'm currently 8 months pregnant and my belly button has popped out completely, so I'm also wondering how it will go back and clean up later. Does it hurt to clean it right after delivery, or should we wait for a few weeks?
Yaar, honestly my belly button looked so weird post delivery! I actually just put a little bit of coconut oil before bathing to loosen the dirt and then wiped it gently with cotton. Don't scrub it hard though.
Mine looked like a tiny dark cave after my baby came out! I was so scared to touch it, but a gentle wipe with warm water did the trick. Don't go on a deep-cleaning mission with ear buds, just let it heal.
